Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)

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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring Efficiency Gains in Ugandan Secondary Schools Systems

Orika Mutesi, Department of Advanced Studies, Kampala International University (KIU) Mawanda Okello, Department of Research, Kampala International University (KIU)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18868376
Published: March 15, 2008

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the efficiency gains in Ugandan secondary schools systems by applying a Bayesian hierarchical model. A Bayesian hierarchical model was employed to analyse data from Ugandan secondary schools, aiming to identify trends in school performance across different regions and categories. Bayesian inference revealed significant gains in educational outcomes with a posterior mean efficiency score of 0.85 (95% credible interval: 0.72-0.94). The Bayesian hierarchical model demonstrated its effectiveness in uncovering nuanced patterns of school performance and efficiency. Further research should explore the scalability of this methodological approach across other sectors, such as healthcare or agriculture. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Orika Mutesi, Mawanda Okello (2008). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Measuring Efficiency Gains in Ugandan Secondary Schools Systems. African Soil Science Journal (Earth/Agri Science focus), Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18868376

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African geographyBayesian hierarchical modelMethodological evaluationSecondary schools systemsEfficiency gainsQuantitative methodsStatistical analysis

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